Below is a list of funding sources that are relevant for community improvement projects involving parks, open spaces and nature conservation.
National Lottery funding
Landfill tax
Local and central government
- Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) - various funding opportunities relating to the countryside, environment, farm and woodland areas can be found with DEFRA.
- Forestry Commission - gives grants to create new woodlands and manage existing woodlands.
Charitable trusts, foundations and companies
- Garfield Weston Foundation
- Lloyds Foundation
- Nationwide Foundation - the aim of this foundation is to improve the range of opportunities for those in need and promote social inclusion.
- London Marathon Charitable Trust - generates funds to encourage sport and recreation amongst people of all ages and sporting abilities in London.
- Groundwork - an environmental charity that supports communities in need.
Funding advice
- Directory of Social Change provides advice to voluntary and community organisations on a range of issues